Sadly, even the most useful technologies fail and if you’re an Android user you might encounter situations where your Android GPS is not working. If that’s happened to you, here are a few common ways you can get back in touch with the satellites above. Move To A Different Spot & Be Patient When your Android GPS is not working, the problem might not be your phone at all! If you don’t have line of sight with enough GPS satellites or are experiencing inclement weather, then acquiring a lock might be hard or impossible....

1. Re-Enable Your Device’s Wi-Fi If your phone doesn’t detect the network, or the connection keeps dropping intermittently, disabling and re-enabling Wi-Fi (on your phone) might resolve the problem. Turn off your phone’s Wi-Fi from the Notification Panel or Settings menu (Settings > Network & internet > Wi-Fi > Use Wi-Fi), wait for some seconds, and turn it back on. Return to the Wi-Fi settings menu and try rejoining the network....

The Windows Search bar in Windows 10 and 11 can appear unresponsive for several reasons. For example, it could be due to a buggy instance of Windows Explorer, a broken search index, or a corrupt user account. We’ll show what you must do so that you can go back to typing into the Windows Search box normally again. 1. Restart Windows Explorer Restarting Windows Explorer is the best way to fix unexpected glitches and other anomalies with the Windows user interface....

Cash App works similarly to a bank account, providing users with a Cash App Card (a sort of debit card.) If your bank went down and you lost access to your money, you’d be in trouble. The same holds true for Cash App users. If you find that Cash App isn’t working, here are several steps you can take to fix the problem. Cash App Not Working? Here’s How to Fix It If you can’t transfer money or access your Cash App account, try the following fixes....

I’ll talk about what happens if you do change the location to an external hard drive that can occasionally become disconnected. First let me show you how to actually change the download location in Chrome. Change Downloads Folder in Google Chrome First, click on the three dots icon at the top right and click on Settings. Then scroll down to the bottom and click on Advanced. Now scroll down more until you get to the Downloads section....

That said, you can also use it to change your IP address when you want to spoof it to bypass geoblocks or online bans on sites that impose such restrictions on their content, or change your Domain Name System (DNS) servers for troubleshooting reasons or to make surfing more secure and faster. In this guide, we’re going to show you how to change your IP address and DNS servers using the Command Prompt in Windows 10....

If Discord displays a “Messages Failed to Load” error, there are a few possible reasons why this might be happening. For example, server outages, internet slowdowns, cache corruption, etc., are plausible reasons. In this troubleshooting guide, you’ll learn how to fix the Discord error on iOS, Android, Mac, and Microsoft Windows. 1. Check the Discord Server Status The Discord app or website will fail to load messages due to server issues and glitches....

Unfortunately, this feature is marketed as a security enhancement that you can use if you are technically-savvy and willing to put in the effort. The real fact of the matter is that it really provides no extra security and can actually make your WiFi network less secure! Don’t worry, I’ll explain more about that below. However, it’s not completely useless. There are some legitimate cases where you can use MAC address filtering on your network, but it won’t add additional security....

It’s also the easiest way to add port exceptions for services such as HTTP, file sharing, software applications, and more. However, it’s also good to know how to configure the Windows Firewall from the command prompt just in case you have computers and servers that are not in Active Directory. Manage Windows Firewall from Command Prompt First, to see whether the Windows Firewall is enabled on a server or computer, type this command at the command prompt: Make sure you open an administrator command prompt (click on Start, type in CMD and then right-click on Command Prompt and choose Run as Administrator)....

This error causes the Install button to disappear, rendering it impossible to download the app. In this article, you’ll find a few quick fixes for this error. Why This Error Occurs on Android The error appears when the Play Store thinks your device isn’t compatible with the app you’re trying to download. This doesn’t mean that there’s an issue with your device. The error means the app developer hasn’t chosen your device for their app (for their own reasons)....

So if you can’t disable the touchpad in Windows 10, you can try out alternative settings, registry hacks, and third-party software to deal with the issue. Tip: Your laptop may have a special key or switch that you can use to deactivate the touchpad. Try checking (and using it) before you begin. Disable Touchpad in Windows 10 via Settings App The quickest way to disable your laptop’s touchpad is to use Windows 10’s Settings app....

Which is a pity for gamers who want to use open-source operating systems such as Ubuntu Linux. There are plenty of moral, legal and technical reasons to choose this (or any other) flavor of Linux over Windows. Most major commercial Windows software tools also have open-source equivalents. However, getting your gaming fix on Linux systems has been a major chore. Which is why an OS like Ubuntu has developed a reputation as only being suitable for non-gaming uses....

In this article, we’ll compare all the important features between PowerPoint and Google Slides to help you decide which tool is best for you. What Is PowerPoint? Microsoft PowerPoint is a powerful tool that will help you create professional presentations. You can create slides with custom graphics, animations, and videos to make your presentation more interactive and fun. Having such a long history also means that PowerPoint comes with a large number of templates and resources you can use to impress your audience....

A lot goes into the costing process when building a PC, but you’ll be an expert at estimating the cost of building your PC by the end of this article. First Things First: Budget! Whether your budget is modest or extravagant, the first step in building a PC is to nail down your total budget. Once you know how much money you have to spend, you can decide how much you want to spend on components....

Depending on the application, you can use browser extensions, developer tools, or even third-party apps to do the job. We will focus on third-party tools and browser extensions, which are the easiest to use. How to Capture a Scrolling Screenshot in Google Chrome While it’s possible to take a screenshot of an entire web page in Chrome using Developer Tools, the best method is to use a browser extension. And GoFullPage is the only consistently updated screenshot extension for Google Chrome....

Using an unauthorized version of Windows doesn’t just mean that you haven’t paid Microsoft their dues, it can also mean your copy of Window is compromised with spyware or other malware. Do You Even Have a Key? Windows 10 can be legitimately activated in two different ways. A product key is probably the one everyone is most familiar with, but Windows can also be activated using a digital license linked to your Microsoft Account....

Especially if you’re trying to install a Windows theme, you may want to customize your desktop icons in order to fit a certain look. There are lots of icons available on the internet you can use for free, or to purchase. Changing your Windows 10 icons is incredibly easy, and you can always change them again if you ever wish to. Here’s how to customize icons in Windows 10....

Deleting a Roblox account isn’t as simple as clicking a single button. You’ll have to contact their support or customer service lines to be able to delete it. In this article, we’ll provide a few easy methods to remove your Roblox account once and for all. Why Would You Want to Delete Your Roblox Account? There are many reasons you might wish to delete your Roblox account. Perhaps you need a break....

Notice I said translucent and not transparent. This is because the visual effect is transparent in name only. Translucent would be the more accurate term but Windows, as well as Apple, have seen fit to refer to the option as transparent, and so shall we. Not only will you be able to add the transparency personalization to the taskbar, but to the Start Menu and Action Center as well. The process is quick and easy and does not require much know-how on the inner workings of Windows to pull it off....

There are plenty of ‘packing’ programs available that allow zip file compression. Gather a few files together, cram them into a single folder, compress that folder, and you have a zipped folder ready to relocate via email attachment or any another transfer method you choose. The recipient of the attachment will also need the same or a similar tool to ‘unpack’ the data contained in the zipped folder. All of this can be easily done in just a few clicks....